1969 Isuzu Bellett vs. 2012 Lancia Thema
To start off, 2012 Lancia Thema is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Isuzu Bellett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Isuzu Bellett would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lancia Thema (363 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1969 Isuzu Bellett. (118 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1969 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lancia Thema weights approximately 992 kg more than 1969 Isuzu Bellett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Lancia Thema (534 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Isuzu Bellett. (143 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Isuzu Bellett | 2012 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Isuzu | Lancia |
| Model | Bellett | Thema |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 363 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 534 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1962 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 5044 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3053 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 72 L |
